[webgodjj]

Hi,

I am unsure here what to do. I currently own an old copy of Indesign. The new version now really steps up to the plate as far as features go.

I need to make a quick brochure. My old version of Indesign won't run in OSX so I'm thinking about upgrading. It will cost me only around $170.

However, some say that Quark is the only way to go... but to get that I would have to drop around $900.

Is quark that superiour to justify paying out over $700. Or will I be just as happy with creating my brochure in Indesign?

Third option? Illustrator??

[mzllr]

check the art & graphic design forum. i believe they have covered this topic numerous times....

[Arkham_c]

Originally posted by webgodjj:

Is quark that superiour to justify paying out over $700. Or will I be just as happy with creating my brochure in Indesign?

This is called "conspicuous consumption" by economists. People seem to think "if it costs more, it must be better". It's a logical fallacy.

The gist of the Quark vs. Indesign debate is:

Guy1: Indesign is better
Guy2: No, Quark is better
Guy1: No, Indesign is better
Guy2: Well, all my files are in Quark and some service bureaus still require Quark
Guy1: Well, Indesign imports Quark files, and all the service bureaus I know of take Indesign now too
Guy2: Well we've always used Quark, so we will stick with it
Guy1: Well, we made the switch and are much more productive with Indesign
Guy2: Well you!
Guy1: Well you too!

The bottom line I think is this. If you care, get the one you care about. If not, get whichever one is cheaper. Both work well enough for most people.